Performance Management

Performance management is an integrated approach to helping an organisation to achieve its aims and objectives by monitoring and improving the performance of individuals, departments and the organisation as a whole.

A performance management system uses agreed targets and objectives to enable managers to measure and review performance, giving a clear indication as to whether the activities undertaken by individuals are contributing to the achievement of organisational goals.

Current levels of performance are not always what the organisation and its employees would like them to be. Individuals can work to narrow this gap by becoming more productive, developing their skills, or becoming better informed; organisations can improve processes, systems and procedures. To be effective, performance review must be conducted in the context of the organisation's overall strategic plan, with the aim of generating the momentum required to achieve corporate goals.

Performance Management Best Practices

Performance management best practices involve:

Understanding current practice

Identifying future or intended practice

Recognising the processes and driving forces which will improve performance

Agreeing targets and objectives to meet organisational goals

Using tools, techniques, support from managers and colleagues and training and development activities to develop capabilities and achieve the desired progress

At the individual level

1. Identify where you are
2. Identify where you want/need to be
3. Agree objectives and indicators
4. Make use of relevant tools and techniques
5. Test and trial
6. Evaluate performance
7. Carry out performance appraisals

Benefits of Membership

Gain professional recognition

Gain recognition for enhancing your knowledge, understanding and practice of management. Display your post nominal as a commitment to continuous professional development and accomplishment as a manager.

Improve your management skills

For managers who want to sharpen their professional edge and enhance their effectiveness, membership offers access to qualifications, courses, mentoring and unrivalled support resources. You can also achieve the ultimate management accolade, Chartered Manager status.

Boost your career earnings

Independent research proves that individuals with professional qualifications and membership stand to earn an additional £152,000 throughout their career. You'll also be part of an extensive management community, opening doors for career progression.

Raise your confidence & competence

Membership equips you to meet daily management challenges in a professional, proficient way. Improving performance and effectiveness at managing people and projects will raise your confidence and ultimately, status in your organisation.